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Consultant, Pharmaceutical Drug Development

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For more than three decades, premier organizations have trusted IPM to lead the successful execution of their strategic portfolios and critically important initiatives. Headquartered in Chicago with offices in Boston, Parsippany, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, IPM has led more than 5,000 projects for over 500 clients, ranging from Fortune 100 companies to start-ups.

We are a certified “Great Place to Work” company, recognized as one of the “Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services”.

Our Consultants are our full-time employees and our key differentiator. IPM partners with clients across the life sciences industry sectors, including pharmaceuticals, medical technology, and biotechnology, covering large-molecule proteins, monoclonal antibodies, cell, tissue, and genetic therapies, and molecularly engineered vaccines.

• Lead product development projects from pre-clinical R&D through commercialization, including regulatory, clinical, and product lifecycle management.
• Improve operational processes, harmonize regulatory and quality systems, and enhance project, program, and portfolio management capabilities.

Job Description

As a Consultant, you will partner with client leadership to lead project and program planning and execution across various functions, focusing on achieving mission-critical outcomes for pharmaceutical industry clients. You will gain diverse experience working with different clients and project types.

Your primary goals include:

• Leading product development projects and programs in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Driving business process development and optimization, focusing on project and portfolio management capabilities.
• Developing and executing integrated project plans aligned with strategic objectives.
• Managing projects within scope, schedule, and budget while exceeding standards.
• Developing strategies for specific project objectives.
• Building and leading high-performance project teams and serving as the project advocate within the client organization.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or a related field; advanced degrees are a plus.
• 6-10 years of industry experience in the pharmaceutical sector.
• At least 3 years of project management experience related to product development, process optimization, or both.
• Knowledge of disciplined project management processes; certifications like Six Sigma or PMP are advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to communicate effectively across organizational levels.
• Ability to adapt and learn quickly.

Why IPM?

• Engaging and inclusive culture with team-building events.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Opportunities for professional growth and internal promotion.
• Diverse projects with broad client exposure.
• Supportive, collaborative work environment with Centers of Excellence.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, 401(k), bonuses, relocation assistance, and more; salary range $130,000 - $155,000 depending on experience.
• Active community involvement through initiatives like “Project Mercy”.

Note: Salary ranges are estimates; actual offers depend on experience and market factors. IPM is an equal opportunity employer.

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